Gunsmoke: The Executioner| April 15, 1956 | Cowboy Classics Old Time Radio Westerns
Summary
In this Gunsmoke episode, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon confronts Tom Clegg, a notorious gunman who killed Morgan Curry’s brother. Morgan, refusing to carry a gun, stalks Clegg to force a confrontation, eventually provoking the killer into shooting him. Clegg then taunts Dillon, who attempts to arrest him, but Clegg draws first and is killed. The episode concludes with Morgan’s death, revealing his deliberate sacrifice to ensure the outlaw’s demise.
Topics discussed
Opening credits and Chesterfield advertisement
Matt Dillon introduction and arrival of strangers
Confrontation between Tom Clegg and the Curry brothers
Clegg's backstory and reputation as a gunman
Chesterfield advertisement break
Morgan Curry seeks justice for his brother's death
Dillon refuses to act without a legal cause
Discussion at the saloon about Clegg's behavior
Clegg taunts Morgan and Dillon at the bar
Dillon advises Morgan to leave town
Chesterfield advertisement break
Morgan Curry is shot and Clegg is arrested
Dillon confronts Clegg and shoots him
Morgan's confession and deathbed scene
Dillon reflects on his actions as a lawman
Chesterfield advertisement and preview of next week
Closing credits and L&M advertisement
Listen ad-free on Castria